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- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 198
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Raby Castle
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Castle / Fort
Darlington
Welcome to Raby Castle and Deer Park. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a fascinating history and stories to tell. Explore our Deer Park and adventure playground, The Plotters' Forest or learn about our fascinating Castle…
Awards
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
- Visit England VAQAS 2021
Teesdale Cheese
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Food/Drink Producer
Butterknowle
Teesdale cheesemakers are a husband & wife team who make multi-award winning cheeses using milk from the family farm.
Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle and Abbey Bridge Circular
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Type:
Walking Route
Barnard Castle
A picturesque, leisurely walk along lanes and across fields by the banks of the River Tees to Abbey Bridge and back. On the way you will pass the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.
Hamsterley The Loop MTB skills area
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Type:
Cycle Route
Bishop Auckland
This is a purpose built MTB training loop. It is designed with skill development in mind to push your mountain biking to a new level. The Loop contains a multitude of features and riding options, some built in stone to mimic natural trails and others
Stanhope to Killhope Cycle Route
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Cycle Route
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
A 35 mile circular cycle route from Stanhope to Killhope and back again. Breathtaking views, breathtaking hills.
The Manor House Hotel Spa
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Spa and Relaxation
Bishop Auckland
At The Manor Spa, we believe It's All About You, which is why our spa days and spa breaks are tailored to your needs.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 5 Bubble Spa 2024
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 5 Bubble Spa 2024
Horse Riding: Baldersdale Packhorse Trail - Horse
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Riding/Trekking Centre
BARNARD CASTLE
This circular 18km (60% off-road) horse riding trail has 370m of ascent and starts from the south side of Hury Reservoir. It initially follows the banks of Hury and Blackton Reservoirs in remote Baldersdale, before striking off over the moors on the…
St John’s Chapel – Farming, Mining & Methodism
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Walking Route
Bishop Auckland
A circular 7 mile walk following the Mineral Valleys Walk waymarkers on meandering route around the villages of Ireshopeburn, St John’s Chapel and Daddry Shield.
Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’
Type
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Walking Route
Barnard Castle
A long, leisurely walk through the ever changing Deepdale Woods Nature Reserve; through open fields to the historic and picturesque Nabb Bridge over Deepdale Beck; down to the village of Boldron; past the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.
ANH Artisan Furniture Makers
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Art and Craft Activity
Frosterley
Woodworking is a skill that has been around for millennia in one form or another. It is a skill that is incredibly useful and opens up a world of possibility - from making a simple shelf or making a new garden gate to making a keepsake box as a gift…
Middleton Cycle Route
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Type:
Cycle Route
Barnard Castle
This 6 mile route takes you into the spectacular Hudeshope Valley in the North Pennines National Landscape.
The Rising at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Staindrop
The Rising is an ambitious development at Raby Castle.
Think acres of unexpected elegance, complete with heritage buildings, remodelled gardens, stylish shopping and local food that’s as fresh as it gets.
Barnard Castle
Type
Type:
Castle / Fort
Barnard Castle
A spectacular fortress set on a high rock above the market town, Barnard Castle takes you back to the 12th century. Spot Richard III’s boar emblem carving, enjoy the sensory garden and stunning views of this riverside location.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022 2022
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
Derwent Reservoir - Walks, Rides and Wildlife
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Nature Trail
Consett
Derwent Reservoir is within the North Pennines National Landscape and, after Kielder, is the second largest reservoir in the region. There is a multi-user path from Pow Hill Country Park (south shore) to the dam at the eastern end of the reservoir…
Walking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular
Type
Type:
Walking
Bowes, Barnard Castle
A walk through the picturesque village of Bowes, past Dotheboys Hall, and across the moors above the village.
High Force and Bowlees Geo Trail
Type
Type:
Walking Route
Newbiggin
This 4-5 mile (6.5-8km) circular walk, from Bowlees Visitor Centre or High Force Hotel car park, will introduce you to some of the special features of the landscape around High Force and Low Force waterfalls.
St John's Chapel Walk
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Type:
Walking Route
St John's Chapel
High up in Weardale, this is a lovely country walk that is not too difficult - apart from a short climb up to Allercleugh Farm - yet rewards with a real sense of being away from the crowds.
Bowlees Picnic Area
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Type:
Picnic Site
Newbiggin
The picnic area is in a sheltered side valley of Teesdale. There are 4 waterfalls in the site and more falls alongside a footpath to Gibson's Cave.
The Witham
Type
Type:
Arts Centre
Barnard Castle
The Witham is a community venue for theatre, music, art and social events, facilities range from the architecturally award-winning café bar to a fully-renovated Victorian music hall.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019